Livogen Z Captab

Composition of Livogen Z Captab

Livogen Z Captab contains Elemental Iron + Folic Acid + Zinc. It belongs to the Vitamin and mineral supplement, B-complex vitamin and Antioxidant / trace element supplement class of medicines.

Uses of Livogen Z Captab

• boosts energy
• supports immunity
• maintains healthy blood levels

Key benefits

• Corrects a measured deficiency
• Supports normal body function
• Corrects a deficiency that causes tiredness and nerve symptoms
• Supports the formation of healthy red blood cells
• Generally well tolerated
• Corrects dietary shortfalls
• Supports normal immune function

How Livogen Z Captab works

Water-soluble B-vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division.

How to take Livogen Z Captab

Take 1 tablet daily after a meal. Swallow whole with a glass of water.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting and stomach pain, and with iron can be dangerous, especially in children. It is unlikely to cause serious harm, because the body passes surplus B vitamins out in the urine. It can cause vomiting, stomach pain and, with some minerals, damage over the longer term. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Livogen Z Captab

Most side effects of Livogen Z Captab are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Generally well tolerated at recommended doses.

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Livogen Z Captab

Warnings and precautions

Consult clinician about dosing in pregnancy or deficiency.

Do not take Livogen Z Captab if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.

Interactions with other medicines

Iron, calcium, zinc and magnesium reduce the absorption of thyroid tablets and several antibiotics — separate them by a few hours. Tea and coffee taken with iron reduce how much is absorbed; vitamin C increases it. Long-term metformin, acid-reducing medicines and some anti-epileptics lower B12 or folate levels. Tell your doctor if you take levodopa, as vitamin B6 can reduce its effect. Zinc and other minerals reduce the absorption of some antibiotics — separate them by a few hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner, as high-dose vitamin E can add to its effect.

How to store Livogen Z Captab

Store in a cool, dry place.

Expert advice for Livogen Z Captab

Take it with food unless the pack says otherwise. Have deficiencies confirmed and rechecked by blood test rather than supplementing indefinitely. A supplement corrects a deficiency; it is not a general energy tonic. If you are on it for nerve symptoms, keep your review appointment so the underlying cause is looked for. Take it with food to reduce nausea. A varied diet remains the best source of these nutrients.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Procter & Gamble Health Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Nutritional supplement and Vitamin supplement

Drug class:

Vitamin and mineral supplement, B-complex vitamin and Antioxidant / trace element supplement